WThis is an easy take on a cocktail from a new menu. This is a party-sized prepared mix that's loaded with essence of the holiday season, which makes it perfect for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed items inside a pot, bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve. Next, remove from the stove allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into an sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it can be stored for around one month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour all the liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it best through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base to a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
